Wireless Telemetry Base Station USB Dongle ReceiverT24-BSd
£194.00
Description
The T24-BSd is the most compact base station in the T24 range, designed for wireless communication with T24 transmitter modules in a highly portable form factor. With no cabling or external power requirements, it offers a simple plug-and-play solution for configuring and monitoring wireless telemetry systems from any Windows-based laptop or tablet. The T24-BSd is housed in an IP50 rated enclosure.
Drawing power directly from the USB port, the T24-BSd allows users to connect to T24 modules at line-of-sight distances of up to 500 metres (1,640 feet). It operates on the licence-free 2.4 GHz DSSS radio band, ensuring reliable, interference-resistant communication in industrial, lab, or mobile environments.
Fully supported by the free T24 Toolkit software, the T24-BSd enables wireless configuration, calibration, diagnostics, and live monitoring. Despite its small size, it provides full compatibility with all T24 transmitters and is ideal for engineers or technicians who require a portable, low-profile interface for field use or on-the-go testing.
Typical Applications
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Laptop- or tablet-based configuration and calibration of T24 modules
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Portable diagnostics and data monitoring in the field
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Rapid deployment for R&D, industrial, or test environments
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Plug-and-play setup for wireless logging and module control
Module transmits and receives, offering:
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Full error detection and correction
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Wireless configuration and monitoring via T24 Toolkit
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Remote control of T24 transmitters from any Windows PC
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USB-powered operation — no external power supply required
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Integral antenna with wireless range up to 500 m (line-of-sight)
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Compatible with all T24 telemetry transmitter modules
Maximum range achieved in open field site with the dongle mounted at a height of 3 metres (9.8 feet) above ground and the receiving T24 module held at chest height. Specification at 3V supply at 25°C.
Product Features & Benefits
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Ultra-compact IP50 rated USB dongle base station for T24 wireless telemetry systems
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Integral antenna with line-of-sight wireless range up to 500 m (1,640 ft)
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Ideal for laptops and tablets running a full version of Windows
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USB-powered — no external power or wiring required
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Enables configuration, calibration, and monitoring of all T24 transmitter modules
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Operates on licence-free 2.4 GHz DSSS radio band with reliable, interference-resistant communication
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Fully compatible with free T24 Toolkit software
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Portable and lightweight — ideal for mobile or field-based applications
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Plug-and-play operation for fast deployment
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Compatible with all T24 transmitters and receiver systems
Specifications
| Environmental | |
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| Operating temperature range | -20 to 55 ºC |
| Storage temperature range (no batteries) | -40 to 85 ºC |
| Maximum humidity | 95%RH |
| Environmental protection with suitable cables existing through cable glands | IP50 |
| Power Supply | |
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| Internal batteries (D cells) | 2.1 to 3.6 Vdc |
| External power supply | 5 to 18 Vdc |
| Battery Life | |
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| USB Powered | 4.875 to 5.125 Vdc |
| Radio | |
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| Radio type | Licence exempt transceiver |
| Radio frequency | 2.4 GHz |
| Transmit Power | 10 mW |
| Range | Up to 500 m |
Dimensions
58mm X 20.5mm X 11mm
Downloads
FAQ
| Q | How do I communicate with the USB device? |
| A | The T24-BSd Dongle can connect to a PC by plugging into a USB port and does not require an external power supply as they appear as a ‘single unit load’ i.e. they draw <100mA.
Appropriate USB drivers must be installed which are automatically installed with the T24 Toolkit software. Ensure the Toolkit is installed before plugging in the T24-BSd device. |
| Q | Â What is the range of the Dongle Base Station? |
| A | 500 m (1640 ft) wireless range |
| Q | How do I calibrate the device? |
| A | The BSd does not require calibration but it can be used to calibrate other T24 devices. The BSd is configured using the free T24 Toolkit Software, which is available to download from our website. |
| Q | How do I get the software for the T24-BSd? |
| A | The free Toolkit software is downloadable from the Mantracourt website |
| Q | What is the T24 toolkit used for? |
| A | The T24 Toolkit is a configuration and calibration tool designed specifically for configuring T24 modules. This toolkit allows configuration, calibration, data recording and review and for parameter management of the modules. |
| Q | What are the dimensions of the Dongle? |
| A | Total dimensions are 58 mm x 20.5 mm x 11 mm |
| Q | What is the IP rating of the enclosure |
| A | The T24-BSd enclosure has an IP50 rating |
| Q | Can I connect multiple base stations to one PC? |
| A | You can only have one T24-BSd connected to any one PC. There are more complex setups possible with a T24-BSi base station. |
| Q | What are the differences between the four base stations? |
| A | A: T24-BSd – Our smallest and most cost effective Dongle USB base station has a range of 500 m and is ideal for use with laptops and tablets. The enclosure is IP50 rated.
T24-BSu – This USB base station has a range of 500 m and and is desktop or wall mountable. The enclosure is IP50 rated. T24-BSue – Our extended range USB base station has a range of 800 m and is housed in an IP67 rated enclosure. T24-BSi – This has an 800 m range, the same range as the BSue, but is housed a larger enclosure (also IP67). As well as a USB interface it also support RS232 and RS485. |
| Q | Is it possible to mix sensor type readings sent to a base station? |
| A | Yes, you can have different sensor type reading sent to a base station.
The T24 protocol is essentially a broadcast protocol and the receivers can handle as many transmitters as it takes to fill the bandwidth on a particular radio channel. This essentially means that you can monitor as many transmitter modules as you like as long as the sum total of those transmissions does not exceed about 200 samples per second. The only limitation on the base station is that it can only monitor one radio channel. So as long as all the modules are on the same channel there is no problem. |
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